Mark Scheme (Results) Summer 2015 Pearson Edexcel GCSE in Religious Studies (5RS15/01) Unit 15: Buddhism
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Unit 15: Buddhism Question 1 (a) AO1 Correct Answer the three collections of sacred Buddhist books three baskets a Buddhist scripture Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2) Partially Correct Answer holy book scripture teachings of the Buddha Any alternative wording of the above point is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2
1 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think the five khandas are only important for Buddhists are likely to use such evidence as: they were taught by the Buddha they link with the Buddhist teaching of impermanence other religions focus on the importance of the self Answers which do not think the five khandas are only important for Buddhists are likely to use such evidence as: they help people deal with the loss of loved ones the idea of impermanence is universal the idea of perception helps people understand how to view the world. Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. other religions focus on the importance of the self) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. other religions focus on the importance of the self, for example Christianity teaches that the soul is eternal) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
1 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main features of the relationship include: some Buddhists see the lay and ordained as equal members of the sangha lay Buddhists provide the food and the clothing necessary for the monks and nuns ordained monks help lay Buddhists worship ordained monks help lay Buddhists learn the teachings of Buddhism by helping each other, they gain merit Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a feature not explaining but only describing the reference The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief features or a developed feature The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief features or a fully developed feature or two features with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief features or two developed features or three features with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one features only. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
1 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: the fact that everything is impermanent is self-evident dukkha teaches that suffering occurs rather than how to overcome it they are abstract concepts rather than concrete ideas Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: all people suffer and therefore all people can learn from this they are central beliefs in all Buddhist traditions/schools they underpin all Buddhist ethics Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
2 (a, b, c, d) Threshold performance Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar Level 1 0 marks Errors severely hinder the meaning of the response or candidates do not spell, punctuate or use the rules of grammar within the context of the demands of the question. 1 mark Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with reasonable accuracy in the context of the demands of the question. Any errors do not hinder meaning in the response. Where required, they use a limited range of specialist terms appropriately. Intermediate performance Level 2 2-3 marks Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with considerable accuracy and general control of meaning in the context of the demands of the question. Where required, they use a good range of specialist terms with facility. High performance Level 3 4 marks Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with consistent accuracy and effective control of meaning in the context of the demands of the question. Where required, they use a wide range of specialist terms adeptly and with precision.
2 (a) AO1 Correct Answer the state of perfect peace (which follows the blowing out of desire) escape from the cycle of samsara Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2) Partially Correct Answer heaven enlightenment Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2
2 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think the Dhammapada is essential for all Buddhists are likely to use such evidence as: it contains the teachings of the Buddha it contains the central teachings of Buddhism it shows a Buddhist how to live Answers which do not think the Dhammapada is essential for all Buddhists are likely to use such evidence as: a person s own religious experience could be seen to be more important other parts of the Tipitaka may provide better foci for meditation the personal relationship between teacher and student can be seen to be more important Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. it contains the teachings of the Buddha) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. it contains the teachings of the Buddha which show a Buddhist how to live their life on the path to enlightenment) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
Questio n 2 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main reasons include: they show that the cause of suffering is desire they provide a means of overcoming suffering they are the teachings of the Buddha they are the fundamental teaching from which all other Buddhist teachings have developed they are central beliefs in all Buddhist traditions Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mar Descriptor k 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a brief reason not explaining but only describing the issue. The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief reasons or a developed reason. The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief reasons or a fully developed reason or two reasons with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief reasons or two developed reasons or three reasons with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one reason only. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
2 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: it is purely a Buddhist interpretation so not valid for non-buddhists sila is essential on the path to enlightenment other worldviews contradict some principles of sila Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: it is found within most religions it leads to good relationships with everybody it is a means of developing compassion Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
2 (a, b, c, d) Threshold performance Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar Level 1 0 marks Errors severely hinder the meaning of the response or candidates do not spell, punctuate or use the rules of grammar within the context of the demands of the question. 1 mark Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with reasonable accuracy in the context of the demands of the question. Any errors do not hinder meaning in the response. Where required, they use a limited range of specialist terms appropriately. Intermediate performance Level 2 2-3 marks Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with considerable accuracy and general control of meaning in the context of the demands of the question. Where required, they use a good range of specialist terms with facility. High performance Level 3 4 marks Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with consistent accuracy and effective control of meaning in the context of the demands of the question. Where required, they use a wide range of specialist terms adeptly and with precision.
3 (a) AO1 Correct Answer the most important scripture of Mahayana Buddhism a Mahayanan scripture Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2) Partially Correct Answer a holy book Buddhist scripture Any alternative wording of the above point is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2
3 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think that Buddhists can learn anything from the Buddha s ascetic practices are likely to use such evidence as: Buddhists can learn important lessons from apparent mistakes looking at the Buddha s example Buddhists can avoid this pitfall it shows the path to enlightenment is not always easy Answers which do not think that Buddhists can learn anything from the Buddha s ascetic practices are likely to use such evidence as: they did not achieve anything Buddhists today do not live as ascetics asceticism is not part of the Middle Way Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. Buddhists today do not live as ascetics) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. Buddhists today do not live as ascetics to find enlightenment) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
3 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main features include: knowledge is transmitted in gestures and actions (silence) it is based on silent meditation that seeks enlightenment Kasyapa is seen to be the successor to the Buddha Bodhidharma travelled from India to China and founded the line of Zen masters there the role of the master is one of example rather than answering questions Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a feature not explaining but only describing the reference The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief features or a developed feature The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief features or a fully developed feature or two features with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief features or two developed features or three features with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one way feature. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
3 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: the world has changed since the time of the Buddha the dhamma does not take into account today s consumerist society some Buddhist groups are reinterpreting the dhamma for today Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: all people suffer and want to overcome suffering the goal of the Buddha s teaching could lead to a harmonious life and world examples which show how all people could benefit from following one of the Buddha s teachings Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
4 (a) AO1 Correct Answer a Buddhist nun a nun Any alternative wording of the above point is acceptable. (2) Partially Correct Answer a religious woman a follower of the Buddha Any alternative wording of the above point is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word Mark 2
4 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think the experience of the Buddha under the bodhi tree was the beginning of Buddhism are likely to use such evidence as: the Buddha became enlightened under the bodhi tree during the experience he found the answer to suffering it was only after his enlightenment that he began teaching the Middle Way Answers which do not think the experience of the Buddha under the bodhi tree was the beginning of Buddhism are likely to use such evidence as: some Buddhists say the founding of the sangha was the real beginning his enlightenment was not complete until after his death some Buddhists regard the four sights as the beginning Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. some Buddhists regard the four sights as the beginning) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. some Buddhists regard the four sights as the beginning where he discovered that there was a problem that needed solving) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
4 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main reasons for the features include: a library so that a Buddhist can learn the dhamma a dining room for a communal meal classrooms for instruction a bodhi tree to remember the enlightenment of the Buddha a statue of a bodhisattva on which to base meditation Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a brief reason not explaining but only describing the issue. The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief reasons or a developed reason. The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief reasons or a fully developed reason or two reasons with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief reasons or two developed reasons or three reasons with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one reason only. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
4 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: it is the oldest form of Buddhism it has not changed since the time of the Buddha Theravada Buddhists reject anything that does not come directly from the Buddha Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: Mahayana is seen to be the greater vehicle there are other forms which are seen as equally valid all of the forms of Buddhism are based on the Buddha s teachings Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
5 (a) AO1 Correct Answer Buddhist worship Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2) Partially Correct Answer meditation an example of any action performed during worship e.g. making offerings Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2
5 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think vipassana meditation is a good way to achieve enlightenment are likely to use such evidence as: it is the insight gained by this method which brings enlightenment all other forms of meditation are preparation for vipassana it helps a person see their own true nature Answers which do not think vipassana meditation is a good way to achieve enlightenment are likely to use such evidence as: there are other forms of meditation that are easier following the Middle Way is the only sure way to enlightenment Zen Buddhists use a different form of meditation which takes less time to gain enlightenment Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. there are other forms of meditation that are easier) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. there are other forms of meditation that are easier for example dhyana can be mastered by non-buddhists) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
5 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main reasons include: it is a reminder of the Buddha the position of the rupa teaches important events in the Buddha s life the position of hands can remind a Buddhist of certain qualities they are a focus for meditation Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a brief reason not explaining but only describing the issue. The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief reasons or a developed reason. The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief reasons or a fully developed reason or two reasons with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief reasons or two developed reasons or three reasons with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one reason only. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
5 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: most mantras would be unintelligible for non-buddhists chanting in groups does not allow personal meditation they do not fit well into the busy life of the laity Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: their use encourages effort and concentration they enable groups to learn things together they are useful in meditation Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
6 (a) AO1 Correct Answer Buddha Day (when the birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha are celebrated) a festival celebrating the life of the Buddha Partially Correct Answer a festival a month Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2 Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2)
6 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think that all Buddhists should celebrate New Year are likely to use such reasons as: it is an opportunity to visit friends and relatives it is an opportunity to make a fresh start it could be used to celebrate the Buddha s life Answers which do not think that all Buddhists should celebrate New Year are likely to use such reasons as: it is just another day it is often seen as an excuse for indulgence not all Buddhists view New Year as an important occasion Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. it could be used to celebrate the Buddha s life) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. it could be used to celebrate the Buddha s life which reminds Buddhists of the path to enlightenment) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
6 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main reasons include: it clears the mind it enables a person to be at peace with themselves it can lead to higher forms of consciousness it prepares the person for vipassana Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a brief reason not explaining but only describing the issue. The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief reasons or a developed reason. The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief reasons or a fully developed reason or two reasons with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief reasons or two developed reasons or three reasons with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one reason only. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
6 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: they remind the worshipper of the purpose of their worship they inform people of the symbolic meaning of buddharupas they can communicate specific teachings of the Buddha Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: a person could be more concerned with getting the mudra correct than with meditation there is no evidence the Buddha used mudras the person could focus too much on the mudra Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
7 (a) AO1 Correct Answer the rules of the monastic way of life rules for monks and nuns a section of the Tipitaka Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2) Partially Correct Answer rules a sacred book Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2
7 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think Buddhists should work to relieve suffering in the UK are likely to use such reasons as: it is a way of performing right livelihood. it is a positive way of living the pansil not to harm any living thing. it enables people to receive merit Answers which do not think Buddhists should work to relieve suffering in the UK are likely to use such reasons as: a Buddhist s first goal is their individual enlightenment developing self awareness means you can help others later other people need to take responsibility for themselves Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. it enables people to receive merit) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. it enables people to receive merit which will help them on the path to enlightenment) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
7 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main features of the role include: the vihara provides a centre in which to worship the vihara acts as a place of education for the community the vihara provides shelter for travellers the vihara is a social centre Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a feature not explaining but only describing the reference The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief features or a developed feature The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief features or a fully developed feature or two features with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief features or two developed features or three features with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one way feature. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
7 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: it shows the lack of self when one thinks of others it helps society become a nicer place it is a basic tenet of most religions Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: non Buddhists do not have to follow the Buddha's teachings compassion can be seen to make people weak people should not be expected to show compassion to evil people Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
8 (a) AO1 Correct Answer a being destined to be a Buddha (who helps all living things) one who helps another towards enlightenment one who defers enlightenment to help others Partially Correct Answer a Buddha an example of a bodhisattva Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (1) Reject Answers which define a different key word (0) Mark 2 Any alternative wording of the above points is acceptable. (2)
8 (b) AO2 Answer Indicative content Answers which think a person s beliefs should affect their choice of job are likely to use such reasons as: right livelihood contributes to a Buddhist s progress towards Nibbana it enables one to live a more moral life it helps a Buddhist to follow the Noble Eightfold Path Answers which do not think a person s beliefs should affect their choice of job are likely to use such reasons as: a person may need to take any job in order to survive in the modern world the consequences of certain jobs are unknown many necessary jobs would possibly be left undone Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: one brief reason (e.g. it enables one to live a more moral life) 1 mark two brief reasons or one developed reason (e.g. it enables one to live a more moral life for example not encouraging others to use intoxicants would make it easier to not use them) 2 marks two reasons with one developed 3 marks two developed reasons 4 marks Mark 4
8 (c) AO1 Indicative content The quality of written communication will be assessed in this answer (strands i, ii and iii) The main reasons include: community cohesion can alleviate the suffering of others right speech suggests that a person should not speak badly of others the Buddha taught the importance of cultivating peace it enables people to gain good kamma it reflects the teaching of metta Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review Level Mark Descriptor 0 No rewardable material. Level 1 1-2 Little understanding of the issue shown, typically by: giving a brief reason not explaining but only describing the issue. The answer is likely to be in basic English. The skills needed to produce effective writing will not normally be present. The writing may have some coherence and will be generally comprehensible, but lack both clarity and organisation. High incidence of syntactical and/or spelling errors. Level 2 3-4 Basic understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using two brief reasons or a developed reason. The candidate is likely to express understanding with a limited command of English and little use of specialist vocabulary. The range of skills needed to produce effective writing is likely to be limited. There are likely to be passages which lack clarity and proper organisation. Frequent syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present. Level 3 5-6 A more developed understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using three brief reasons or a fully developed reason or two reasons with one developed. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear style of English and some use of specialist vocabulary. The candidate will demonstrate most of the skills needed to produce effective extended writing but there will be lapses in organisation. Some syntactical and/or spelling errors are likely to be present.
Level 4 7-8 A clear understanding of the issue is shown typically by: using four brief reasons or two developed reasons or three reasons with one developed or a comprehensive explanation using one reason only. The candidate is likely to express understanding in a clear and correct style of English with a correct use of specialist vocabulary where appropriate. The skills needed to produce convincing extended writing in place. Good organisation and clarity. Very few syntactical and/or spelling errors may be found. Excellent organisation and planning.
8 (d) AO2 Answer Indicative content Reasons for supporting this statement could be: it is purely a Buddhist interpretation so not valid for non-buddhists patience is essential to develop right mindfulness patience enables a Buddhist to gain merit Reasons for not supporting this statement could be: it is essential to a harmonious society it leads to good relationships with everybody it is a means of developing self control Other approaches are possible and must be marked according to the levels. If you are unsure of the validity of an answer, it must be sent to review. Award marks as follows: Candidates who do not refer to Buddhism in either (i) or (ii) cannot go beyond 3 marks for the whole of (d). (i) Own opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason (ii) Why some people may disagree with their opinion 1 mark for a simple reason 2 marks for a developed reason or two simple reasons 3 marks for three simple reasons or two developed reasons or a fully developed reason Mark 3 3
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